Development of the Educational Game “Aksara Swara” for Learning Javanese Letters Based on Construct 3
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.28918/logiclink.v3i1.08Keywords:
javanese script, educational game, vocal letter, Construct 3, Four-D modelAbstract
Learning Javanese script still faces various challenges, particularly the low interest and understanding of students due to the limited use of interactive learning media. Javanese script is often considered difficult because of its diverse character forms and its limited use in daily life. Therefore, alternative learning media that are more interactive and engaging are needed. This study aims to develop an educational game entitled “Aksara Swara” as an interactive learning medium for introducing Javanese vowel characters. This research employs a Research and Development (R&D) method using the Four-D development model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate). The game was developed using Construct 3 with a quiz-based concept and different levels of difficulty. Product testing was conducted using functional testing (black box testing) to ensure that all game features functioned properly according to the design. The results indicate that the “Aksara Swara” game functions well, has an easy-to-understand gameplay mechanism, and is able to present Javanese script learning materials interactively. Therefore, the educational game “Aksara Swara” can be used as an alternative learning medium to support the introduction of Javanese script in an enjoyable way.
References
Anggraini, M., Sumarti, S. S., Subali, B., & Ellianawati, E. (2025). Literatur Review: Pengembangan Game Edukasi Pada Mata Pelajaran Bahasa Jawa Di Sekolah Dasar Untuk Tahun 2021-2025. Jurnal Locus Penelitian Dan Pengabdian, 4(6), 3028–3038. https://doi.org/10.58344/locus.v4i6.4180
Avianto, Y. F., & Prasida, T. A. S. (2018). Pembelajaran aksara Jawa untuk siswa sekolah dasar dengan menggunakan media board game. Aksara, 30(1), 133–148. https://doi.org/10.29255/aksara.v30i1.223.133-148
Clark, D. B., Tanner-Smith, E. E., & Killingsworth, S. S. (2016). Digital games, design, and learning: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Review of Educational Research, 86(1), 79–122. https://doi.org/10.3102/0034654315582065
Fatima Qori Whinny, Khairunisa Livia, & Prihatminingtyas Budi. (2020). Metode Pembelajaran Berbasis Game untuk Meningkatkan Ketrampilan Membaca dan Menulis Aksara Jawa. Inteligensi: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan, 3(1), 17–22.
Febrianingrum, L., & Wiranti, D. A. (2023). Pengaruh Media Puzzle terhadap Hasil Belajar Aksara Jawa di Kelas IV Sekolah Dasar. 7(6), 4098–4109.
Geofano, D., Wahono, B. B., & Zyen, A. K. (2024). Game edukasi sebagai media pembelajaran aksara Jawa kelas V di MI Masalikil Huda menggunakan metode collisions detection dan A* (Star). JTINFO: Jurnal Teknik Informatika, 3(1), 1–9. https://doi.org/10.02220/jtinfo.v3i1.854
Nidhra, S., & Dondeti, J. (2012). Black box and white box testing techniques—A literature review. International Journal of Embedded Systems and Applications, 2(2), 29–50. https://doi.org/10.5121/ijesa.2012.2204
Nugraha, F., & Prasetio, R. T. (2024). Game pembelajaran menulis angka dengan Construct 3 di SDN Puspajaya. Jurnal Informatika dan Teknik Elektro Terapan, 12(1), 31–39. https://doi.org/10.23960/jitet.v12i1.3602
Nugroho, D. A., Najah, D. K., Labibah, A. A., & Salsabila, S. (2025). Multimedia interaktif berbasis games edukatif guna mengembangkan kecerdasan visual spasial anak usia dini di RA Muslimat NU Rowolaku. Journal Ashil: Jurnal Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini, 5(1), 1–20. https://doi.org/10.33367/piaud.v5i1.6306
Plass, J. L., Homer, B. D., & Kinzer, C. K. (2015). Foundations of game-based learning. Educational Psychologist, 50(4), 258–283. https://doi.org/10.1080/00461520.2015.1122533
Qariru, D. E., Suryaprabandaru, M. F. I., Pratama, F. R., Fadila, S. E., Ningrum, V. T., Nasikun, A., & Bagus Nuryanto, A. (2024). Inovasi Pembelajaran Aksara Jawa dengan Permainan Edukatif Digital berbasis Augmented reality pada Peserta Didik SMP Negeri 1 Nglipar. Ideguru: Jurnal Karya Ilmiah Guru, 9(3), 1746–1752. https://doi.org/10.51169/ideguru.v9i3.1381
Ramadhan, D. N., & Adhisa, R. R. (2024). Pengembangan game edukasi materi sistem tata surya sekolah dasar menggunakan aplikasi Construct 3. Jurnal Informatika, 8(4), 374–381. https://doi.org/10.31000/jika.v8i4.12247
Sailer, M., & Homner, L. (2020). The gamification of learning: A meta-analysis. Educational Psychology Review, 32, 77–112. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10648-019-09498-w
Thiagarajan, S., Semmel, D. S., & Semmel, M. I. (1974). Instructional development for training teachers of exceptional children: A sourcebook. Center for Innovation in Teaching the Handicapped, Indiana University.
Wouters, P., van Nimwegen, C., van Oostendorp, H., & van der Spek, E. D. (2013). A meta-analysis of the cognitive and motivational effects of serious games. Journal of Educational Psychology, 105(2), 249–265. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0031311
Yudhoyono, M. B. A., Widodo, D. W., & Saputra, M. A. (2023). Rancang Bangun Game Edukasi Belajar Aksara Jawa Berbasis Android. Agustus, 7, 2549–7952.
Downloads
Published
Issue
Section
License
Copyright (c) 2026 Muhammad Syahrul Falah, Muhammad Muzaki Maruf, Faza Afwan Nugroho
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.
